Strength training is an integral part of a well-rounded exercise program, and is recommended for all ages, including kids and seniors. Many still make the mistake of equating weight training with “bulking up.” Please understand that strength training is not just about “looking good.” It’s also an important part of maintaining a healthy weight, strengthening [...]
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The Spring/Summer HIT Camps were such a great success that we are offering several Fall HIT Camps for your middle school and high school athletes. High-Intensity Strength Training (HIT) Camp is a 10-week exercise camp for all young athletes (6th through 12th grade) looking to prepare and excel in his or her particular sport. [...]
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When people think about improving their heart health, they may think of doing aerobic exercise or cardiovascular training such as running or jogging. However, recent research by the American Heart Association has proven that strength training or weight training counts for heart health, too. Studies have shown that lifting weights lowers the body’s heart rate [...]
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Most people agree that regular exercise is a key component to good health. Running, biking, and swimming are all good aerobic exercises, but if that is the only type of exercise someone is doing, they are missing out big on the benefits of strength training. The more we learn about the body, the more we [...]
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You may have made the decision to enter a sporting event that requires technical training, maybe your desire is simply an increase in strength and stamina, or maybe you’re somewhere in between. You’ve frequented health spas and gyms, but are bored doing the same routines. You enjoy working out at home and purchased equipment for [...]
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Here at Excellence in Fitness, client satisfaction and results are our number one priority. These are a few testimonials from our loyal and happy clients. “ I started training with Joe after having my first baby. He helped me tone and sculpt my body back into shape. During my second pregnancy I continued to train [...]
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It’s called “Super Slow” strength training, and for years it’s been creating ripples in the health and fitness arena. A story in Newsweek in 2001 highlighted the story of Dr. Philip Alexander, who had run 60 miles a week for 10 years. Then he discovered Super Slow, and switched to spending just 20 minutes a [...]
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Strength training has a number of benefits and can improve the health in people of all ages. Many people lack the motivation it takes to begin a strength training regimen. A busy lifestyle, lack of commitment, and having no understanding of how to exercise properly can keep a person from developing a training routine. If [...]
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By Joseph G. Aben, Excellence In Fitness, Inc. One of the most frequent requests I hear from female trainees is, “I don’t want to bulk up, I just want to tone the muscles I have.” Because I train a variety of people with different ages, gender, genetic make-ups, physical limitations, and goals, I personalize each [...]
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